Aldo Leopold
Aldo Leopold (1887-1948) was an influential American ecologist, forester, and environmentalist, widely recognized as one of the founders of the modern conservation movement. His seminal work, 'A Sand County Almanac,' emphasizes the importance of a land ethic, advocating for a responsible relationship between people and the natural world. Leopold's thoughts on ecological restoration and land management have had a lasting impact on environmental science and policy. His philosophy encourages a holistic view of nature, urging humans to see themselves as part of the ecosystem rather than separate from it.
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Aldo Leopold coined the expression 'Thinking Like a Mountain', which is the title of the museum’s two-year experiment in relocating culture from the gallery to the ecosystem.
High art: the museum that is only accessible via an eight-hour hike | Culture
United Kingdom· 2025-11-17